Talakusuma - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Talakusuma is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Krushnachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talakusuma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talakusuma is 397352. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 754138 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Talakusuma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talakusuma
According to the 2011 Census, Talakusuma village had a total population of 654 people, including 329 males and 325 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.73%, with male literacy at 97.29% and female literacy at 90.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 329 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 287 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 42 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Talakusuma
Talakusuma is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Talakusuma
Talakusuma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Talakusuma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paradip to Talakusuma is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Talakusuma is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talakusuma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talakusuma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talakusuma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talakusuma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talakusuma
Where is Talakusuma located?
Talakusuma village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talakusuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Talakusuma is Krushnachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Talakusuma?
The pincode of Talakusuma is 754138.
What is the population of Talakusuma?
Talakusuma had a total population of 654, including 329 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Talakusuma?
Talakusuma had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talakusuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakusuma was 93.73%. Male literacy was 97.29% and female literacy was 90.17%.